Atlona Switch AT-SDI81 User manual

Brand: Atlona

Model: Switch AT-SDI81

Category: Video switches

Type: User manual

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AT-SDI81

Atlona Switch AT-SDI81 is a superior quality 8-input HD/SD-SDI switch capable of receiving, equalizing, and reclocking up to 8 different SDI inputs. It ensures synchronized input/output and offers an automatic detection of the SDI input, making it convenient to use. This switch is perfect for various applications, such as video production, broadcast, and post-production. Here are some of the key features and possible use cases of the Atlona Switch AT-SDI81:

Key Features:

Supports both HD-SDI and SD-SDI bit rates
Automatic detection of SDI input
Synchronized input/output
Provides equalized and reclocked transmission path up to 300m (1000ft) at SD-SDI or 150m (500ft) at HD-SDI

Key Features:

Supports both HD-SDI and SD-SDI bit rates
Automatic detection of SDI input
Synchronized input/output
Provides equalized and reclocked transmission path up to 300m (1000ft) at SD-SDI or 150m (500ft) at HD-SDI

AtlonA

8x1 HD/SD-SDI Switch

AT-SDI81

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction .................................................. 1

2. Features .................................................. 1

3. Specications & Package Contents .................................................. 2

4. Panel Descriptions .................................................. 3

4.1. Front Panel .................................................. 3

4.2. Rear Panel .................................................. 3

5. RS232 Commands .................................................. 4

6. IR Remote Control .................................................. 6

7. Hardware Installation .................................................. 7

8. Safety Information .................................................. 8

9. Warranty .................................................. 9

10. Atlona Product Registration .................................................. 10

This AT-SDI81 receives, equalizes, and reclocks* up to 8 SDI inputs, perfectly switches the

desired input to SDI equipped monitors or receivers. The switch supports both HD/SD-SDI bit

rates, and the re-transmitted quality is guaranteed. Through RS-232, IR remote, or front panel

push button, the control of the SDI switch becomes versatile and easier. AT-SDI81 offers the

most convenient and cost effective means for swift switch and duplication of high quality SDI in

the market.

• HD/SD-SDI Switch

• Up to 8 equalized & re-timing SDI inputs*

• Dual Color indication LED of HD/SD of the output SDI

• Automatic detection of the SDI Input

• Synchronizes input/output (switch after vertical sync)

• Provides the equalized and reclocked* transmission path up to 300m (1000ft) at SD-SDI or

150m (500ft) at HD-SDI

• Multiple control by RS-232, IR remote, and push button

*Optional upon request

Introduction

Features

HD/SD SDI Source

Max. 8 inputs

SDI Cable

HD/SD SDI LCD

Specifications & Package Contents

Model Name AT-SDI81 AT-SDI81 AT-SDI81 AT-SDI82M

Technical

Role of usage 5x1 switch 5x2 matrix switch 8x1 switch 8x2 matrix switch

SDI standards SD-SDI & HD-SDI

Auto HD/SD-SDI detection Yes

Supported protocols SMPTE 259M / SMPTE 292M

Video bandwidth Single-link [1.485Gpbs & 1.485/1.001Gbps]

Data rates 143 / 270 / 1483 / 1485 Mbps

Video support [HD] 720p50/59.94/60, 1035i50/59.94/60, 1080i50/59.94/60, 1080p24/30

[SD] [email protected], PAL@50Hz

Output impedance 75Ω

Reclocking function Optional upon request

Cable equalization [HD-SDI] up to 150m (500ft) / [SD-SDI] up to 300m (1000ft)

Loop-out Synchronized BNC loop-out at input and output

Audio support Yes

RP-918 pathological patterns Immune

PCB stack-up 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]

Input 5x BNC [SDI] 5x BNC [SDI] 8x BNC [SDI] 8x BNC [SDI]

Output 1x BNC [SDI] 2x BNC [SDI] 1x BNC [SDI] 2x BNC [SDI]

BNC connector 75Ω interlocking socket

Eye pattern characteristics

(HD-SDI)

Amplitude: Within 800mV ±3% (<10%) Long time jitter: 0.195μ (<1.0μ)

Rise overshoot: Less than 2% (<10%) Timing jitter: 0.195μ (<1.0μ)

Fall overshoot: Less than 2% (<10%) lignment jitter: 0.127μ (<0.2μ)

Mechanical

Housing Metal case

Dimensions

[L x W x H]

Model 187 x 125 x 43mm [7.4”x4.9”x1.7”]

Package 330 x 200 x 95mm [1’1“x7.9”x3.7”]

Carton 495 x 440x 380mm [1‘7.5”x1’5.3”x1’3”]

Weight Model 890g [2.0 lbs] 890g [2.0 lbs] 890g [2.0 lbs] 890g [2.0 lbs]

Package

Fixedness Inter-locked power supply

Power supply 5V 4A DC

Power consumption 10 Watts [max]

Operation temperature 0~40°C [32~104°F]

Storage temperature -20~60°C [-4~140°F]

Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]

Package Contents 1x AT-SDI81 / AT-SDI81 / AT-SDI81 / AT-SDI82M

1x IR remote controller

1x 5V power adapter

1x User Manual

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel

1. Chosen input channel LED

2. Input channel auto detection LED

3. Output HD/SD detection LED

4. IR remote receiver

5. Power indicator LED

6. Push button for input channel switch

Rear Panel

7. Power switch

8. 5V DC power jack

9. Synchronized SDI signal input

10. RS-232 control port for PC control

11. SDI output

12. Synchronized signal loop-out (add 75Ω terminator if not connect)

13. SDI input

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

RS232 Commands

RS-232 transmission format:

Baud rate : 115200 bps

Data bit : 8 bits

Parity : None

ASCII Command Mode

Command ACK Description

VR V2.01a Read Version V2.01a [Firmware Version]

I1~8 Input Select ( AT-SDI81 & AT-SDI82M [1~8]; AT-SDI51 &

AT-SDI52M [1~5])

ST OUTPUT1 Read Selected Source OUTPUT1

Input one selected ( AT-SDI81 & AT-SDI82M [1~8]; AT-SDI51 &

AT-SDI52M [1~5])

Serial String Mode

Format:

First byte Transmission data amount [from rst byte to last byte]

0x53 Check code

0x57 Check code

0x30 Check code

0x88 Check code

0xff *Machine Number

0x01 Command ID

.... Command Parameters

Last byte… Check sum [Add from rst byte to command Parameters]

Note : If send Machine Number as 0xFF, All switch can receive the command,otherwise the machine number must

be the same as the Switcher

(a)Set command :

Command code Response Description

DATA *CHECK SUM ACK SET

0x09 0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08

0xff 0x02 0x01~0x08

0xed~0xf4 0xaa

0x03

0x01

0x04

Select input Source

0x09: Command Length

0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08: Check Code

0xff :Machine number

0x02: Command ID

0x01~0x08: Input Source

( AT-SDI81 & AT-SDI82M [0x01~0x08];

AT-SDI51 & AT-SDI52M [0x01~0x05])

0xed~0xf4: Check sum

Ack

0xaa: Header

0x03: Command length

0x01: Selected source

0x04: Check Sum

4 5

0x08 0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08

0xff 0x05 0x01~0Xff

0xf0~ 0xee 0xaa Set Machine Number:

0x08: Command Length

0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08: Check Code

0xff :Machine number

0x05: Command ID

0x01~0xff: Machine Number

( 1 to 0xff)

0xf0~0xee: Check sum

Ack

0xaa: Header

(a)Read command :

Command code Response Description

DATA *CHECK SUM ACK SET

0x08 0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08

0xff 0x01

0xea 0xaa

0x03

0x01

0x04

Read input Source

0x08: Command Length

0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08: Check Code

0xff :Machine number

0xea: Check sum

Ack

0xaa: Header

0x03: Command length

0x01: Selected source[source one]

( AT-SDI81 & AT-SDI82M [0x01~0x08];

AT-SDI51 & AT-SDI52M [0x01~0x05])

0x04: Check Sum

0x8 0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08

0xff 0x03

0xec 0xaa

0x03

0x21

0x24

Read Input Status

0x08: Command Length

0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08: Check Code

0xff :Machine number

0x03: Command ID

0xec: Check sum

Ack

0xaa: Header

0x03: Command length

0x21: Input 1 and 6 signal exist

[bit0: input one

bit1: input two

bit2: input three

bit3: input four

bit4: input ve

bit5: input six

bit6: input seven

bit7: input eight]

1: signal exist 0:signal not exist

0x24: Check Sum

IR Remote Control

Reserved To the right Channel 5

Reserved Channel 1 Channel 6

Reserved Channel 2 Channel 7

Reserved Channel 3 Channel 8

To the left Channel 4

0x08 0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08

0xff 0x04

0xed 0xaa

0x03

0xff

0x02

Read Machine Number

0x08: Command Length

0x53 0x57 0x30 0x08: Check Code

0xff :Machine number

0x04: Command ID

0xed: Check sum

Ack

0xaa: Header

0x03: Command length

0xff: Machine Number

0x02: Check Sum

Hardware Installation

1. Connect SDI enable equipments to the output of AT-SDI81.

2. Connect the SDI input sources to the inputs of AT-SDI81.

3. Plug power adapter cable into 5V DC power jack.

4. Use IR remote, RS-232, or front panel push button to switch between input channels.

HD/SD

SDI Display

HD/SD SDI Recorder

HD/SD SDI Recorder HD/SD SDI Recorder

HD/SD SDI Camera

RS232 control port

SAFETY INFORMATION

Safeguards

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

expose this product to rain or moisture.

If the wall plug does not t into your local

power socket, hire an electrician to replace

your obsolete socket.

Do not modify the wall plug.

Doing so will void the warranty and safety

features.

This equipment should be installed near

the socket outlet and the device should

be easily accessible in case it requires

disconnection.

Precautions

FCC Regulations state that any

unauthorized changes or modications to

this equipment not expressly approved by

the manufacturer could void the

user’s authority to operate this

equipment.

Operate this product using only the

included external power supply. Use of

other power supplies could impair

performance, damage the product or cause

res.

In the event of an electrostatic discharge,

this device may automatically turn off. If this

occurs, unplug the device, and plug it back

in.

Protect and route power cords so they will

not be stepped on or pinched by anything

placed on or against them. Be especially

careful of plug-ins, or cord exit points from

this product.

Avoid excessive humidity, sudden

temperature changes or temperature

extremes.

Keep this product away from wet locations

such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet

basements and swimming pools.

Use only accessories recommended by

ATLONA to avoid re, shock or other

hazards.

Unplug the product before cleaning. Use

a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use

cleaning uid or aerosols, which could

enter the unit and cause damage, re or

electrical shock. Some substances may

also mar the nish of the product.

Never open or remove unit panels or make

any adjustments not described in this

manual. Attempting to do so could expose

you to dangerous electrical shock or other

hazards. It may also cause damage to your

AT-SDI81. Opening the product will void

the warranty.

Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead

disconnect it and contact your Authorized

ATLONA reseller or contact ATLONA

directly.

WARRANTY

1. LIMITED WARRANTY

Atlona Technologies warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform substantially in accordance with the

accompanying written materials for a period of 3 YEARS from the date of receipt and (b) that the Product will be

free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 3 years. In the event

applicable law imposes any implied warranties, the implied warranty period is limited to 3 years from the date of

receipt. Some jurisdictions do not allow such limitations on duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation

may not apply to Customer.

2. CUSTOMER REMEDIES

Atlona Technologies and its suppliers’ entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at Atlona Technolo-

gies’ option, either return of the price paid for the Product, or repair or replacement of the Product that does not meet

this Limited Warranty and which is returned to Atlona Technologies with a copy of Customer’s receipt. This Limited

Warranty is void if failure of the Product has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Prod-

uct will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 3 year, whichever is longer.

3. NO OTHER WARRANTIES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLI-

ERS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH

REGARD TO THE PRODUCT AND ANY RELATED WRITTEN MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES

CUSTOMER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE JU-

RISDICTION.

4. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ATLONA TECHNOLO-

GIES OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA-

TION, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS

OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER

PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ATLONA

TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE, ATLONA

TECHNOLOGIES’ AND ITS SUPPLIERS’ ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT

SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME JU-

RISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

ATLONA

Toll Free: 1-877-536-3976

International: 408-954-8782

FAX: 408-954-8792

Website: www.atlona.com

E-MAIL: [email protected]

ATLONA PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for purchasing this Atlona product — we hope you’ll enjoy it.

We also hope that you’ll take a few moments to register your new purchase. Registration creates an ownership

record if your product is lost or stolen and helps ensure you’ll receive notication of performance issues and rm-

ware updates.

At Atlona, we respect and protect your privacy and assure you that your registration information is completely

secure. Of course, Atlona product registration is totally voluntary and failure to register will not diminish your limited

warranty rights.

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Atlona Switch AT-SDI81 User manual

Brand: Atlona

Model: Switch AT-SDI81

Category: Video switches

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

AT-SDI81

Key Features:

Supports both HD-SDI and SD-SDI bit rates
Automatic detection of SDI input
Synchronized input/output
Provides equalized and reclocked transmission path up to 300m (1000ft) at SD-SDI or 150m (500ft) at HD-SDI

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